All of this makes for a volatile and sensitive time in their development - and in their play. ' They are questioning who they are, unsure of decisions they make (and yours, too), and focused on complicated peer and social relationships. 'They may be looking, sounding, and smelling (hello, puberty) more like an adult, but 12-year-old boys are most definitely there yet,' explains Mariel Benjamin, LCSW: VP of Groups and Content at Cooper. Their primary activities and interests can vary by the day, or even the hour! So, it’s all about finding the best gifts that'll keep him as engaged and entertained as possible. Finding the perfect present for the 12-year-old boy in your life is no easy task.
